Wisconsin Files Frivolous Lawsuit Against Obama Administration Transgender Bathroom Directive
Washington, DC,
May 25, 2016
Our nation must protect the dignity and safety of our vulnerable children. Every American student deserves the opportunity to succeed and thrive, regardless of their gender identity.
Washington, D.C. – Today, 11 states, including Wisconsin, filed a lawsuit against the Obama administration’s directive for more inclusive bathrooms for transgender students. In response, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) released the following statement: “I was deeply dismayed to learn that Governor Scott Walker and Attorney General Brad Schimel had joined yet another frivolous and politically motivated lawsuit against the Obama administration. Rather than using taxpayer funds to improve the quality of life for all Wisconsinites, our state’s top Republicans have instead decided to use our resources to pick a partisan fight against a sensible federal directive aimed at making meaningful change for countless transgender students nationwide. “Our nation must protect the dignity and safety of our vulnerable children. Every American student deserves the opportunity to succeed and thrive, regardless of their gender identity. “While I can’t say I’m surprised by this action, particularly from the Walker administration, I have faith that love and inclusion will overcome such bigoted and intolerant efforts. We owe it to our children and the future of our country to speak out against this baseless assault against equality.” ### |
